Lynn Kim

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lynn Kim — Welsh
209K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lynn Kim is a name that combines Welsh origins. The first name Lynn is a feminine given name of Welsh origin. Lynn or Lynne is a predominantly feminine given name in English-speaking countries. It is now more popular as a middle name than as a first name. It comes from Welsh, meaning "lake". It is also popular as a suffix for female first names. Notable people named Lynn Lynn (voice actress), Japanese voice actress Lynn Abbey (born 1948), American author Lynne Abruzzo, American pathologist Lynn Ahrens (born 1948), American writer and lyricist Lynn Anderson (1947–2015), American singer Lynn Alvarez (born 1985), American mixed martial artist Lynn Barber (born 1944), British journalist Lynn H. The surname Kim: Kim is a surname with multiple origins. Kim, sometimes spelt Gim, is the most common family name in Korea. Stage surname People with the stage surname Kim include: Andy Kim (singer), Canadian musician, born Andrew Youakim Sandra Kim, Belgian singer, born Sandra Caldarone Fictional characters with the surname Kim, whether or not any indication is given of ethnic origins, include: Kim Dong Han or Kim Jae Hoon, regular characters in Garou: Mark of the Wolves Harry Kim in the television series Star Trek: Voyager Lane Kim in the television series Gilmore Girls Lynn is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 209K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Lynn reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Lynn

Welsh

Lynn or Lynne is a predominantly feminine given name in English-speaking countries. It is now more popular as a middle name than as a first name. It comes from Welsh, meaning "lake". It is also popular as a suffix for female first names. Notable people named Lynn Lynn (voice actress), Japanese voice actress Lynn Abbey (born 1948), American author Lynne Abruzzo, American pathologist Lynn Ahrens (born 1948), American writer and lyricist Lynn Anderson (1947–2015), American singer Lynn Alvarez (born 1985), American mixed martial artist Lynn Barber (born 1944), British journalist Lynn H.

Surname: Kim

Meaning: royal forest meadow

Vietnamese

Kim is a surname with multiple origins. Kim, sometimes spelt Gim, is the most common family name in Korea. Stage surname People with the stage surname Kim include: Andy Kim (singer), Canadian musician, born Andrew Youakim Sandra Kim, Belgian singer, born Sandra Caldarone Fictional characters with the surname Kim, whether or not any indication is given of ethnic origins, include: Kim Dong Han or Kim Jae Hoon, regular characters in Garou: Mark of the Wolves Harry Kim in the television series Star Trek: Voyager Lane Kim in the television series Gilmore Girls

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Lynn is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Lynn by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Lynn Kim

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Lynn Kim:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Lynn?
The first name Lynn originates from Welsh. Lynn or Lynne is a predominantly feminine given name in English-speaking countries. It is now more popular as a middle name than as a first name. It comes from Welsh, meaning "lake". It is also popular as a suffix for female first names. Notable people named Lynn Lynn (voice actress), Japanese voice actress Lynn Abbey (born 1948), American author Lynne Abruzzo, American pathologist Lynn Ahrens (born 1948), American writer and lyricist Lynn Anderson (1947–2015), American singer Lynn Alvarez (born 1985), American mixed martial artist Lynn Barber (born 1944), British journalist Lynn H.
When was Lynn most popular?
The name Lynn reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Kim?
The surname Kim originates from Vietnamese. Kim is a surname with multiple origins. Kim, sometimes spelt Gim, is the most common family name in Korea. Stage surname People with the stage surname Kim include: Andy Kim (singer), Canadian musician, born Andrew Youakim Sandra Kim, Belgian singer, born Sandra Caldarone Fictional characters with the surname Kim, whether or not any indication is given of ethnic origins, include: Kim Dong Han or Kim Jae Hoon, regular characters in Garou: Mark of the Wolves Harry Kim in the television series Star Trek: Voyager Lane Kim in the television series Gilmore Girls
What are the origins of the name Lynn Kim?
The name Lynn Kim combines two different traditions: the first name Lynn has Welsh roots, while the surname Kim originates from Vietnamese.
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